Famous Calligraphers' Manuscripts - Yan Zhenqing's Eulogy to His Nephew

Author: Zhuang Xingxing
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Publication Date: 2001-12-01
Features: In the first year of the Qianlong reign (1909), the advanced glass plate printing technology introduced from Japan undoubtedly brought a new wave to the calligraphy world at the time. Numerous authentic works of famous calligraphers were preserved and circulated through printing. This allowed many modern calligraphers to benefit from it, exerting an immeasurable influence on the inheritance and development of calligraphy. The series of "Authentic Calligraphy of Famous Masters in History" published by Shanghai Shuhua Publishing House provides calligraphy enthusiasts with the opportunity to appreciate the works of ancient masters. Yan Zhenqing was a renowned calligrapher in ancient times, famous not only for his regular script but also for his extraordinary skills in running script. His regular script is characterized by straight vertical and horizontal strokes, spacious and well-structured characters, exuding a dignified and majestic aura. This volume features his "Draft of a Eulogy for His Nephew," known as the "Second Greatest Running Script in the World," one of Yan Zhenqing's masterpieces. During the reign of Emperor Gaoxuan, in the 14th year of the Tianbao era (755), An Lushan rebelled and rebelled. Yan Zhenqing's cousin and his son, as well as his nephew, were captured and brutally executed. In the depths of his grief and sorrow, Yan Zhenqing wrote this eulogy, filled with indignation and passion. Though not originally intended as a work of calligraphy, this eulogy has been passed down through its exceptional calligraphic style. This piece is dynamic and vigorous, with rich and powerful brushwork, a strong and continuous flow, and harmonious integration of text and art. Admiring this book reveals Yan Zhenqing's extraordinary calligraphic prowess, providing a model for calligraphy enthusiasts to study and imitate. This book is part of the "Authentic Calligraphy of Famous Masters in History" series, featuring Yan Zhenqing's "Draft of a Eulogy for His Nephew." It includes the calligraphic works of the famous Tang Dynasty calligrapher Yan Zhenqing, with layouts and structures that are well-balanced, brushwork that is fluid, fully demonstrating the calligrapher's exceptional skills and unique creative style. The book is beautifully printed, accurately capturing the essence of the original works, making it a valuable resource for calligraphy enthusiasts to appreciate and study.